HISTED
Histed
Histed is a surname of English origin, originating from the Anglo-Saxon period. The name is derived from the Old English personal name "Hi(e)sta," which means a "wooded hill" or "a place where brushwood grows."
The first recorded instance of the surname Histed is found in the early 13th century in the county of Norfolk, in eastern England. Over the centuries, the surname has spread to various parts of the country, with concentrations in counties such as Suffolk, Essex, and Kent.
Historically, individuals bearing the surname Histed have been involved in a variety of occupations, including farmers, labourers, and craftsmen. Some branches of the Histed family have been known for their contribution to local communities and various industries.
In modern times, the surname Histed continues to be relatively uncommon, but individuals bearing this name can be found across the United Kingdom and in other parts of the world where people of British descent have settled.
Variants of the surname Histed include Histead, Hysted, and Hy(e)stead. Genealogical research into the history of the Histed family name can provide valuable insights into the ancestry and connections of individuals bearing this surname.
There are approximately 279 people named Histed in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Histed.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Anthony
- Geoffrey
- James
- John
- Jonathan
- Jonthan
- Lee
- Martin
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Amanda
- Amy
- Ann
- Anne
- Doris
- Jean
- Margaret
- Nichola
- Sandra
- Shirley
- Siobhan
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
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